Martijn Hols • 4/28/2024

Keeping dependencies up-to-date

This article explores the critical but time-consuming task of maintaining up-to-date software dependencies. It argues against total neglect or fully automated updates (like Dependabot), highlighting risks such as new bugs and the effort of verification. Instead, it advocates for a scheduled, manual update process (e.g., an hour per week) to control the update pace, minimize disruption, and allow new versions to mature before adoption.

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#security #software maintenance #version control